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Yahoo
29-05-2025
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In pictures: Steam, sheep and strawberries at show
The Royal Bath and West Show has returned for another year, with tens of thousands of punters due to descend on the showground for the three-day event. The show is the largest agricultural event in the West of England, having been founded in 1777 and based at The Bath and West Showground in Shepton Mallet since 1965. It celebrates farming and offers animal exhibits, food stalls, celebrity talks, vintage fairgrounds, live music, and more. Gates opened at 09:00 BST, with punters flooding in to experience the best the West has to offer at the show, which continues until Sunday. In season strawberries: Amongst the attractions are stalls selling strawberries. UK strawberry growers have reported a "stonking start" to the season thanks to a "glorious" spring. Say cheese: People can also get their hands on Somerset cheese at this year's show, where chefs such as Andy Clark, Lisa Cadd and George Egg will also be turning up to host live cooking demonstrations. Young farmers: The next generation of farmers have already had chance to show off their skills on day one of the Bath and West Show. Livestock on display: The show has got off to a busy start, with people flocking to see some of the West's most prized livestock on display. Duly rewarded: Recipients of the Prince of Wales Award stand proud having been presented with their awards. The award recognises community organisations and initiatives in the southwest. Pictured are representatives from shortlisted organisations Brent Knoll Community Shop, Redcatch Community Gardens, Greener & Wilder, Blagdon Hill and Stogumer Village Store Three wheels better than two: Among the sites and sounds of the day, a solitary tricyclist provides musical entertainment, performing on a mobile piano for nearby punters. There is more planned across the weekend, including a chance for fans of Clarkson's Farm can meet one of its stars, Kaleb Cooper, on Friday when he takes part in a Q&A and book signing. Other workshops focused on wool, butchery and farming will also be held. Follow BBC Somerset on Facebook and X. Send your story ideas to us on email or via WhatsApp on 0800 313 4630. What's on at the Royal Bath and West Show? The history of the Royal Bath & West Show Royal Bath and West Show
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
In pictures: Steam, sheep and strawberries at show
The Royal Bath and West Show has returned for another year, with tens of thousands of punters due to descend on the showground for the three-day event. The show is the largest agricultural event in the West of England, having been founded in 1777 and based at The Bath and West Showground in Shepton Mallet since 1965. It celebrates farming and offers animal exhibits, food stalls, celebrity talks, vintage fairgrounds, live music, and more. Gates opened at 09:00 BST, with punters flooding in to experience the best the west has to offer. In season strawberries: Amongst the attractions are stalls selling strawberries. UK strawberry growers have reported a "stonking start" to the season thanks to a "glorious" spring. Say cheese: People can also get their hands on Somerset cheese at this year's show, where chefs such as Andy Clark, Lisa Cadd and George Egg will also be turning up to host live cooking demonstrations. In the ring: The show offers a range of activities and attractions for people of all ages. In the main ring, spectators can see parades of livestock as well as show jumping and scurry racing. Livestock on display: The show has got off to a busy start, with people flocking to see some of the West's most prized livestock on display. Young farmers: The next generation of farmers have already had chance to show off their skills on day one of the Bath and West Show. Duly rewarded: Recipients of the Prince of Wales Award stand proud having been presented with their awards. The award recognises community organisations and initiatives in the southwest. Three wheels better than two: Among the sites and sounds of the day, a solitary tricyclist provides musical entertainment, performing on a mobile piano for nearby punters. There is more planned across the weekend, including a chance for fans of Clarkson's Farm can meet one if its stars, Kaleb Cooper, on Friday when he takes part in a Q&A and book signing. Other workshops focused on wool, butchery and farming will also be held. Follow BBC Somerset on Facebook and X. Send your story ideas to us on email or via WhatsApp on 0800 313 4630. What's on at the Royal Bath and West Show? The history of the Royal Bath & West Show Royal Bath and West Show
BBC News
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Royal Bath and West Show in pictures: Steam, sheep and strawberries
The Royal Bath and West Show has returned for another year, with tens of thousands of punters due to descend on the showground for the three-day show is the largest agricultural event in the West of England, having been founded in 1777 and based at The Bath and West Showground in Shepton Mallet since celebrates farming and offers animal exhibits, food stalls, celebrity talks, vintage fairgrounds, live music, and opened at 09:00 BST, with punters flooding in to experience the best the west has to offer. In season strawberries: Amongst the attractions are stalls selling strawberries. UK strawberry growers have reported a "stonking start" to the season thanks to a "glorious" spring. Say cheese: People can also get their hands on Somerset cheese at this year's show, where chefs such as Andy Clark, Lisa Cadd and George Egg will also be turning up to host live cooking demonstrations. In the ring: The show offers a range of activities and attractions for people of all ages. In the main ring, spectators can see parades of livestock as well as show jumping and scurry racing. Livestock on display: The show has got off to a busy start, with people flocking to see some of the West's most prized livestock on display. Young farmers: The next generation of farmers have already had chance to show off their skills on day one of the Bath and West Show. Duly rewarded: Recipients of the Prince of Wales Award stand proud having been presented with their awards. The award recognises community organisations and initiatives in the southwest. Three wheels better than two: Among the sites and sounds of the day, a solitary tricyclist provides musical entertainment, performing on a mobile piano for nearby punters. There is more planned across the weekend, including a chance for fans of Clarkson's Farm can meet one if its stars, Kaleb Cooper, on Friday when he takes part in a Q&A and book workshops focused on wool, butchery and farming will also be held.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
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Trains to gain millions of seats in £1.75bn drive
Millions of extra seats on 300 new trains will be running in and out of Birmingham in a £1.75bn project, its bosses say. The Midlands Rail Hub is expected to deliver 20 million more seats in a major transformation of the region's network. Under the plans, Birmingham Moor Street will see 14.2 million extra seats and Birmingham New Street will gain an extra 5.4 million seats. "Being able to run faster, more frequent services and deliver 20 million extra seats is the definition of a win-win project," said Andy Clark, head of rail at Midlands Connect. The scheme is also expected to see the Cross City line getting two extra trains, in each direction, every hour, creating 5.4 million seats annually. Redditch, Alvechurch and Barnt Green will see one extra train, in each direction, per hour and 2.7 million new seats for passengers, whilst Bromsgrove will see 4.7 million new seats. Lichfield will gain 5.4 million seats. Nottingham, Hereford, Coleshill Parkway, Worcester, Hinckley, South Wigston, Droitwich Spa and Worcestershire Parkway will see at least two million new seats. Derby will see 4.1 million new seats. The ambitious programme aims to provide faster, better and more frequent connections across the Midlands and help boost the economy and protect jobs. Bosses propose building two "chords' and and more than 10 further engineering interventions throughout the region. The West Chord will consist of improvements between Bordesley and Moor Street, allowing access to Birmingham Moor Street from South-West and Wales, and making sure services are improved on the Hereford and Worcester corridors. While the East Chord will create access to Birmingham Moor Street from the East Midlands. Engineering upgrades will include works to platforms at Moor Street, Snow Hill, improvements around Kings Norton to Barnt Green, Water Orton remodelling and the widening of the viaduct at Bordesley. "The benefits... will be felt by millions of people across the Midlands and beyond," Mr Clark said. "The Midlands Rail Hub is our flagship project at Midlands Connect, and we are working to deliver massive benefits to all corners of the Midlands." This news was gathered by the Local Democracy Reporting Service which covers councils and other public service organisations. Work on Midlands Rail Hub set to begin Local Democracy Reporting Service Midlands Rail Hub
BBC News
13-05-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Midlands Rail Hub to provide millions of seats in £1.75bn drive
Millions of extra seats on 300 new trains will be running in and out of Birmingham in a £1.75bn project, its bosses Midlands Rail Hub is expected to deliver 20 million more seats in a major transformation of the region's the plans, Birmingham Moor Street will see 14.2 million extra seats and Birmingham New Street will gain an extra 5.4 million seats."Being able to run faster, more frequent services and deliver 20 million extra seats is the definition of a win-win project," said Andy Clark, head of rail at Midlands Connect. The scheme is also expected to see the Cross City line getting two extra trains, in each direction, every hour, creating 5.4 million seats Alvechurch and Barnt Green will see one extra train, in each direction, per hour and 2.7 million new seats for passengers, whilst Bromsgrove will see 4.7 million new seats. Lichfield will gain 5.4 million Hereford, Coleshill Parkway, Worcester, Hinckley, South Wigston, Droitwich Spa and Worcestershire Parkway will see at least two million new seats. Derby will see 4.1 million new ambitious programme aims to provide faster, better and more frequent connections across the Midlands and help boost the economy and protect propose building two "chords' and and more than 10 further engineering interventions throughout the West Chord will consist of improvements between Bordesley and Moor Street, allowing access to Birmingham Moor Street from South-West and Wales, and making sure services are improved on the Hereford and Worcester the East Chord will create access to Birmingham Moor Street from the East Midlands. Engineering upgrades will include works to platforms at Moor Street, Snow Hill, improvements around Kings Norton to Barnt Green, Water Orton remodelling and the widening of the viaduct at Bordesley."The benefits... will be felt by millions of people across the Midlands and beyond," Mr Clark said."The Midlands Rail Hub is our flagship project at Midlands Connect, and we are working to deliver massive benefits to all corners of the Midlands." This news was gathered by the Local Democracy Reporting Service which covers councils and other public service organisations.
